For solving higher dimensional diffusion equations with an inhomogeneous diffusion coefficient,Monte Carlo（MC） techniques are considered to be more effective than other algorithms, such as finite element method or f...For solving higher dimensional diffusion equations with an inhomogeneous diffusion coefficient,Monte Carlo（MC） techniques are considered to be more effective than other algorithms, such as finite element method or finite difference method. The inhomogeneity of diffusion coefficient strongly limits the use of different numerical techniques. For better convergence, methods with higher orders have been kept forward to allow MC codes with large step size. The main focus of this work is to look for operators that can produce converging results for large step sizes. As a first step, our comparative analysis has been applied to a general stochastic problem.Subsequently, our formulization is applied to the problem of pitch angle scattering resulting from Coulomb collisions of charge particles in the toroidal devices.展开更多
The stochastic extended finite-fault simulation method(EXSIM)is a widely used tool in seismological research,with applications in ground motion prediction and simulation,seismic hazard analysis,and engineering studies...The stochastic extended finite-fault simulation method(EXSIM)is a widely used tool in seismological research,with applications in ground motion prediction and simulation,seismic hazard analysis,and engineering studies.However,recent studies have revealed a significant limitation:EXSIM tends to overpredict ground motions in the low-to-intermediate frequency range,particularly for large thrust earthquakes that are often characterized by a double-corner-frequency source model.To address this issue and enhance simulation accuracy,this study introduces two key improvements:(1)a novel asperity-distributed stress-drop composite fault model and(2)a hybrid application of EXSIM with the composite fault model.The proposed method is validated through its application to the 2013 M_(w)6.7 Lushan earthquake that occurred in China and six thrust earthquakes with an M_(w)≥6.5 in Japan.By comparing the simulated ground motions with recorded data,the results demonstrate that the improved method achieves consistent accuracy across the high-and low-frequency spectrum(combined goodness-of-fit:CGOF<0.35).This study significantly broadens the applicability of stochastic finite-fault simulations,enabling more reliable predictions for a wider range of seismic scenarios,including complex thrust faulting events.展开更多
The stochastic simulation method, based on the concept of control window and the numerical solution of the Langevin equation, is applied to solve the deposition problem of particles from the flowing suspensions onto a...The stochastic simulation method, based on the concept of control window and the numerical solution of the Langevin equation, is applied to solve the deposition problem of particles from the flowing suspensions onto a fiber collector. Using the Kuwabara model to characterize the flow field, the effects of Stokes number, interception parameter, packing density, particle size distribution on the collection efficioncy, and the deposition morphology of particles onto a collector are i examined. The morphology of deposit obtained in the simulated results agrees Well with experimental observations. The estimation of the initial coUection efficiency through the simulations considers that the deposited particles are in good agreement with published experimental data. In addition, the collection efficiency of particles increases in a wider particle size distribution region.展开更多
Geometrical parameters of discontinuities,such as spacing,length,dip and fault throw between joints have a great influence on the mechanical behavior of jointed rock masses.Accurate characterization for discontinuitie...Geometrical parameters of discontinuities,such as spacing,length,dip and fault throw between joints have a great influence on the mechanical behavior of jointed rock masses.Accurate characterization for discontinuities is important for investigate the stability of rock masses.In this paper,the PFC2D is combined with joint network generation method to examine the mechanical behaviors of jointed mass.Taking Miaogou Open-pit Mine as an example,the information and statistical distributions of discontinuities of the slope rock masses are measured by ShapeMetriX3D measuring tool.Then,the automatic generation algorithm of random joints network based on the Monte-Carlo method is proposed using the programming language(FISH)embedded within PFC2D.This algorithm could represent the discontinuities compared with the geological surveys.In simulating the compression test of a jointed rock sample,the mechanical behavior and crack propagation were investigated.The results reveal that the failure mode and crack propagation of the jointed rock are dominated by the distribution of joints in addition to the intact rock properties.The simulation result shows the feasibility of the joints generating method in application to jointed rock mass.展开更多
基金supported in part by the Higher Education Commission of Pakistan under PPCR programsupported by the National Magnetic Confinement Fusion Program under Grant No.2013GB104004Fundamental Research Fund for Chinese Central Universities
文摘For solving higher dimensional diffusion equations with an inhomogeneous diffusion coefficient,Monte Carlo（MC） techniques are considered to be more effective than other algorithms, such as finite element method or finite difference method. The inhomogeneity of diffusion coefficient strongly limits the use of different numerical techniques. For better convergence, methods with higher orders have been kept forward to allow MC codes with large step size. The main focus of this work is to look for operators that can produce converging results for large step sizes. As a first step, our comparative analysis has been applied to a general stochastic problem.Subsequently, our formulization is applied to the problem of pitch angle scattering resulting from Coulomb collisions of charge particles in the toroidal devices.
基金National Key Research and Development Program of China under Grant No.2022YFC3003601National Natural Science Foundation of China under Grant No.52478570+1 种基金Heilongjiang Provincial Natural Science Foundation Outstanding Youth Program under Grant No.J020245002the Key Research and Development Program of Xinjiang Production and Construction Corps under Grant No.2024AB077。
文摘The stochastic extended finite-fault simulation method(EXSIM)is a widely used tool in seismological research,with applications in ground motion prediction and simulation,seismic hazard analysis,and engineering studies.However,recent studies have revealed a significant limitation:EXSIM tends to overpredict ground motions in the low-to-intermediate frequency range,particularly for large thrust earthquakes that are often characterized by a double-corner-frequency source model.To address this issue and enhance simulation accuracy,this study introduces two key improvements:(1)a novel asperity-distributed stress-drop composite fault model and(2)a hybrid application of EXSIM with the composite fault model.The proposed method is validated through its application to the 2013 M_(w)6.7 Lushan earthquake that occurred in China and six thrust earthquakes with an M_(w)≥6.5 in Japan.By comparing the simulated ground motions with recorded data,the results demonstrate that the improved method achieves consistent accuracy across the high-and low-frequency spectrum(combined goodness-of-fit:CGOF<0.35).This study significantly broadens the applicability of stochastic finite-fault simulations,enabling more reliable predictions for a wider range of seismic scenarios,including complex thrust faulting events.
基金Shanghai Leading Academic Discipline Project,China(No.B604)
文摘The stochastic simulation method, based on the concept of control window and the numerical solution of the Langevin equation, is applied to solve the deposition problem of particles from the flowing suspensions onto a fiber collector. Using the Kuwabara model to characterize the flow field, the effects of Stokes number, interception parameter, packing density, particle size distribution on the collection efficioncy, and the deposition morphology of particles onto a collector are i examined. The morphology of deposit obtained in the simulated results agrees Well with experimental observations. The estimation of the initial coUection efficiency through the simulations considers that the deposited particles are in good agreement with published experimental data. In addition, the collection efficiency of particles increases in a wider particle size distribution region.
基金This study was performed at the Center for Rock Instability&Seismicity Research(CRISR),Shenyang,ChinaThe work presented in this paper was financially supported by the General Project of the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.51174045,50904013,51034001,and 50934006)+1 种基金the National Basic Research Program of China(No.2013CB227900)basic scientific research funds of Ministry of Education of China(Nos.N090101001,N110601003 and N100401003).
文摘Geometrical parameters of discontinuities,such as spacing,length,dip and fault throw between joints have a great influence on the mechanical behavior of jointed rock masses.Accurate characterization for discontinuities is important for investigate the stability of rock masses.In this paper,the PFC2D is combined with joint network generation method to examine the mechanical behaviors of jointed mass.Taking Miaogou Open-pit Mine as an example,the information and statistical distributions of discontinuities of the slope rock masses are measured by ShapeMetriX3D measuring tool.Then,the automatic generation algorithm of random joints network based on the Monte-Carlo method is proposed using the programming language(FISH)embedded within PFC2D.This algorithm could represent the discontinuities compared with the geological surveys.In simulating the compression test of a jointed rock sample,the mechanical behavior and crack propagation were investigated.The results reveal that the failure mode and crack propagation of the jointed rock are dominated by the distribution of joints in addition to the intact rock properties.The simulation result shows the feasibility of the joints generating method in application to jointed rock mass.
